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american sign language – minor
Even if you don’t plan to work in a field that requires ASL proficiency, having expertise in this crucial second language can be a significant advantage on your resume. Brush up on your ASL skills while learning more about the deaf community and language acquisition with an ASL minor.
credits required for the American Sign Language minor
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of students are assigned multiple advisers devoted to guiding them through their four years at WOU
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of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission
student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in
Highlights of the program
- Communicate with members of the deaf community no matter what your career
- Gain a deeper understanding of an underserved population
- Hone your communication skills in a way that translates to all levels of work
Example Courses
Faculty
LYRA BEHNKE
ASL Studies Program Coordinator & Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-838-8322 | behnkel@wou.edu | RWEC 139
TIE BURCHAM
NTT Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-838-8324 | burchamt@wou.edu | RWEC 139
KARA GOURNARIS
Assistant Professor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-838-8322 | gournark@wou.edu | RWEC 149
BRIAN PEET
NTT Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-838-8324 | peetb@wou.edu | RWEC 139
KAI PFAFF
NTT Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-838-8322 | pfaffk@wou.edu | RWEC 150
BRENT REDPATH
NTT Instructor, Deaf Studies & Professional Studies
503-831-8277 | redpathb@wou.edu | RWEC 136